Shedding New Light on Fort Vancouver

Fort Vancouver Lantern Tours.

I guess if it’s Fort Vancouver by candlelight, it should be titled “Shedding Old Light on Fort Vancouver.” Take a trip into the past and see what life was like at Fort Vancouver after dark.

Each adult attending the program will carry their own lantern (the Fort provides these) and tour with a Park Ranger and costumed interpreters. You will learn what activities would have occurred once the sun set at Fort Vancouver! These special tours will be offered December … [Continue reading this Article]

Veterans Parade at Fort Vancouver 2011

Honoring Our Veterans.

The 25th Annual Veterans Day Parade at Fort Vancouver will take place Saturday, November 5, 2011 starting at 11 am, rain or shine. This year will also commemorate the 150th Anniversary of the Civil War.

“For 25 years, Vancouver has honored veterans with this annual parade which begins at the east end of Officers Row at E. Reserve Street. The parade attracts more than 100 entries with approximately 2,500 individuals marching or riding in the parade. The public is encouraged to support … [Continue reading this Article]

Vancouver Old Apple Tree Festival

Celebrating Our Community’s Legacy.

In 1830 Clark County’s first apple harvest occurred – one apple. Planted near Fort Vancouver in 1826, the Old Apple Tree is considered the oldest in the Northwest and the matriarch of Washington State’s apple industry. The annual Old Apple Tree Festival will take place this year on Saturday, October 1, 2011 between 11 am and 4 pm at Old Apple Tree Park (114 Columbia Way) by the Fort Vancouver Historic Site.

“Providing family fun, food and history of Vancouver’s Old … [Continue reading this Article]

Take Me Out to the Ball Game

Old Fashioned Baseball Game at Fort Vancouver.

The Vancouver Occidentals are Vancouver’s original baseball team, and they are ready to play some ball! It’s baseball, 1860′s style, and you can “catch” it on Saturday, July 16 and on Saturday, August 20, 2011. Game time begins at 6 pm and lasts about 2 hours.

You will think you stepped back in time at this Vintage Baseball Game played at Fort Vancouver. Not only are the players in costume, even the fans get into character. Ladies … [Continue reading this Article]

Celebrate the Fourth at the Fort

Independence Day Celebration and Fireworks at Fort Vancouver.

Celebrate the 4th of July all day and into the night at the Independence Day Celebration at Fort Vancouver! Gates open at 8 am for the 48th Fourth of July Event at Fort Vancouver, produced by the non-profit Fort Vancouver National Trust.

Families will find a full slate of activities, featuring multiple entertainment venues, and culminating with a spectacular fireworks show launched from historic Pearson Field. Beginning at noon, children can participate in competitions of … [Continue reading this Article]

Vancouver Culture Parade

Celebrate Diversity Along Officers Row!

Join the parade!

More than 60 third-grade classrooms from Vancouver and Evergreen public schools will celebrate cultural diversity on Friday, April 22 and will participate in this year’s parade, which is the culmination of classroom instruction about different cultures around the world.

Students from Marshall Elementary School feature their in-depth study of NW Coastal Indians. The Youth Escola de Samba from Hough Elementary School will perform, as well as the Columbia River High School marching band.

The parade route is … [Continue reading this Article]

Fort Vancouver is Fee Free for a Week

Part of National Park Week, April 16-24, 2011.

When was the last time you visited Fort Vancouver? Well, it’s time to plan another outing! Fort Vancouver is the heart of the Vancouver National Historic Reserve, and as part of National Park Week, admission is free April 16-24!

“The Reserve brings together a national park, a premier archaeological site, the region’s first military post, an international fur trade emporium, one of the oldest operating airfields, the first national historic site west of the Mississippi River, and a waterfront … [Continue reading this Article]

Signs of Spring Showing Up in Clark County

Little League Sign Ups Going on Now!

While we may, or may not, have six more weeks of winter (Groundhog Day isn’t until Wednesday, February 2); it’s a sure sign of coming Spring when Little Leagues across  Clark County are holding their registrations for the beginning of Little League Baseball, and Softball, Season!

Clark County is home to many different Leagues in either Washington State District 6, or Washington State District 4. Most leagues have their open sign ups in January and early … [Continue reading this Article]

Blast from the Past in Vancouver

Vintage Planes, Cars and Baseball.

August 20,21, and 22 will be a blast from the past around Officers Row, Pearson Air Museum and Fort Vancouver Grounds; weekend events include the Northwest Antique Airplane Club Fly-In, the Columbia River Concours d’Elegance, and an exhibition Vintage Baseball Game.

The 51st Anniversary Antique Airplane Fly-In will take place Friday, August 20 from noon to 5 pm; Saturday, August 21 from 8 am to 5 pm and Sunday, August 22 from 8 am to noon. Antique planes, many one-of-a-kind, … [Continue reading this Article]

Vintage Baseball Game at Fort Vancouver

Havin’ a Ball, 1860′s Style.

You will think you stepped back in time at this Vintage Baseball Game played at Fort Vancouver. Not only are the players in costume, even the fans get into character. Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, and even the band, dressed in 1860′s attire.

This gloveless game with wooden bats is played by very different rules. “Striker to the line”, means the batter is up. He takes a couple of practice swings and then shows the hurler (pitcher) where … [Continue reading this Article]

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